September 2019 - Syria Special Weapons News

UN Envoy: Syria Constitutional Committee 'Sign of Hope' VOA 30 Sep 2019 -- The U.N. envoy for Syria said Monday that the launching of an inclusive committee to establish a new constitution should be "a sign of hope" for the war-torn country.
Syria rejects foreign interference in constitutional committee' work: FM Muallem Press TV 30 Sep 2019 -- Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem says the Damascus government does not accept any foreign interference in the work of a constitutional committee on Syria, which will include members of President Bashar al-Assad's government and foreign-sponsored opposition representatives.
Syria, Iraq Officially Reopen Albukamel Border Crossing Closed Since 2014 VOA 30 Sep 2019 -- Syrian and Iraqi officials gathered Monday along the northern Albukamel border crossing to officially reopen it to traffic after being closed since 2014. Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdel Mehdi agreed to reopen the Iraqi side of the once-Islamic State-controlled border crossing last week.
Iraq-Syria major border crossing re-opens after Daesh defeat Press TV 30 Sep 2019 -- Syrian and Iraqi authorities have re-opened a major border crossing between the two countries, which was seized by the Daesh Takfiri terrorist group in 2014.
Syria, Iraq Open Border Crossing Along Euphrates River After Daesh Defeat Sputnik 30 Sep 2019 -- Syria and Iraq on Monday held the ceremony to reopen the border checkpoint between the towns of Al Bukamal and Qaim, a major crossing point that has been closed for years following the defeat of Daesh*.
Syria's Constitutional Committee's launch and work must be accompanied by concrete actions UK FCO 30 Sep 2019 -- Statement by Ambassador James Roscoe at the UN Security Council briefing on the situation in Syria.
Constitutional Committee breakthrough offers 'sign of hope' for long-suffering Syrians UN News 30 Sep 2019 -- There is a "sign of hope for the long-suffering Syrian people" as a Syrian-led, Syrian-owned, credible and inclusive Constitutional Committee is set to start deliberations next month, the United Nations Special Envoy for the country told the Security Council on Monday.
US-backed SDF militants abduct 100s of civilians in northeastern Syria Press TV 29 Sep 2019 -- Kurdish-led militants from the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have reportedly kidnapped hundreds of people in Syria's northeastern province of Hasakah, as the terrorists continue to perpetrate criminal and abusive practices against ordinary citizens in areas under their control.
US, Turkey must end illegal military presence in Syria: FM Muallem Press TV 28 Sep 2019 -- Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem has slammed as "illegal" the military presence of the US and Turkey in northern Syria, demanding an immediate withdrawal of all foreign forces from his country.
Iraqi PM approves reopening al-Qa'im border crossing with Syria Press TV 28 Sep 2019 -- Iraqi Prime Minister Adil Abdul-Mahdi has authorized the reopening of the al-Qa'im border crossing with Syria as both countries manage to restore security to the region.
Turkey plans construction project worth $27 billion in Syria 'safe zone': TRT Press TV 28 Sep 2019 -- State broadcaster TRT Haber says Turkey plans to build towns within the so-called safe zone in northeast Syria, raising fears that Ankara might be carving out a patch of land in the Arab country for itself.
No Deadlines Must Be Imposed on Syrian Constitutional Committee – Foreign Minister Sputnik 28 Sep 2019 -- The recently established Syrian Constitutional Committee must not face any imposed deadlines or timetables that may affect its activities, Syrian Foreign Minister Walid Muallem said.
Iraqi Prime Minister Agrees to Open Al Qaim Crossing at Syrian Border - Official Sputnik 28 Sep 2019 -- Iraqi Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi authorized the major Al Qaim crossing at the Syrian border to be opened on Monday, a representative of the Iraqi border crossing authority said Saturday.
Syrian crisis is 'clearest example' of foreign investment in terrorism, Deputy Prime Minister says at UN UN News 28 Sep 2019 -- Although terrorism is a "global nightmare which haunts everyone", some countries have invested in terrorism as a tool to impose their "insidious agendas" on other nations, Syria's Deputy Prime Minister Walid Al-Moualem told the UN General Assembly on Saturday.
Update: air strikes against Daesh UK MOD 27 Sep 2019 -- The RAF are continuing to take the fight to Daesh in Syria.
Pompeo Accuses Syrian Government Of Using Chlorine In May 19 Attack RFE/RL 27 Sep 2019 -- U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has accused Syria of using chlorine gas in an attack against rebels in the northwest of the country in violation of conventions prohibiting the use of chemical weapons.
Syria 'Safe Zone' US-Turkey Work Continues, Preparations Along Border Complete - Erdogan Sputnik 27 Sep 2019 -- Negotiations on the so-called safe zone in Syria continue as Washington and Ankara have yet to reach a final agreement on the perimeter and governance of the area.
Pompeo Accuses Russia, Iran of 'Fueling' Violence in Syria Sputnik 27 Sep 2019 -- Earlier in the day, the US Treasury Department designated a Russian-based maritime company, three Sovfracht directors and five vessels for an alleged scheme to evade sanctions to facilitate the delivery of jet fuel to Russian forces operating in Syria.
Special Representative for Syria Engagement and Special Envoy for the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS Jim Jeffrey and Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Defense Policy, Emerging Threats, and Outreach Thomas DiNanno of the Bureau of Arms Control, Verification and Compliance On U.S. Policy on Syria and D-ISIS US Dept. of State 26 Sep 2019
Syrian army forces find US-made missiles in former militant hideout in Hama Press TV 26 Sep 2019 -- Syrian government forces have carried out a string of clean-up operations in the country's west-central province of Hama, discovering US-built missiles, munitions produced by NATO member states and communication devices from former strongholds of Takfiri terrorists.
Daesh Prepares Crusade to 'Free' Its Fighters From Prison Camps in Syria and Iraq – Reports Sputnik 26 Sep 2019 -- Daesh, a terrorist organisation which became infamous when it captured large swaths of Iraq in 2014, has since been mostly driven out of its previously-held territory by Kurdish forces and the military forces of Syria and Iraq, with thousands of its former fighters detained in prisons and displacements camps in the territory of the two countries.
Treasury Targets Sanctions Evasion Scheme Facilitating Jet Fuel Shipments to Russian Military Forces in Syria US Treasury 26 Sep 2019 -- Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated one entity, three individuals, and five vessels participating in a sanctions evasion scheme to facilitate the delivery of jet fuel to Russian forces operating in Syria.
US-Backed Forces in Syria Defy Trump on Islamic State Fighters VOA 26 Sep 2019 -- U.S. efforts to have European countries immediately take back men and women who left to fight with the Islamic State terror group in Syria are meeting with unexpected resistance from U.S.-backed forces on the ground.
U.S. Sanctions Firm For Allegedly Providing Jet Fuel To Russian Forces In Syria RFE/RL 26 Sep 2019 -- The United States has slapped sanctions on a Russian company, three individuals, and five shipping vessels for allegedly participating in a scheme to avoid sanctions while facilitating the transfer of supplies of jet fuel to Russian forces operating in Syria in support of the government of President Bashar al-Assad.
Moscow Slams New US Sanctions Against Russian Firm Over Alleged Jet Fuel Delivery to Syria Sputnik 26 Sep 2019 -- Earlier in the day, the US Treasury announced that it has imposed new sanctions on Russia for facilitating the delivery of jet fuel to Russian forces operating in the Arab Republic.
Russia's Hmeymim Airbase in Syria to Host More Aircraft After Reconstruction Sputnik 26 Sep 2019 -- Russia's Hmeymim airbase in Syria currently hosts about 30 warplanes and helicopters but will be able to accommodate more aircraft after the reconstruction, a base official said.
Iran, Russia, Turkey issue joint statement on Syrian constitutional committee ISNA 25 Sep 2019 -- Iranian, Russian and Turkish foreign ministers held a joint meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, United States, during which they discussed holding the first session of Syrian Constitutional Committee in Geneva tasked with drafting Syria's new constitution.
Lebanon's President Aoun urges world leaders to work on safe return of Syrian refugees Press TV 25 Sep 2019 -- Lebanese President Michel Aoun has calls on world leaders to work on safe return of Syrian refugees, stressing that addressing the issue is "not the sole responsibility of Lebanon."
Iran building major power plant in Syria's Latakia: Minister Press TV 25 Sep 2019 -- Iran's energy minister says a private Iranian contractor has started construction for a major power plant in Syria's Latakia.
Syrian displacement poses 'serious threat' to Lebanon's development goals, President tells UN Assembly UN News 25 Sep 2019 -- While the "heated" wars in the Middle East over the last decade have recessed, the President of Lebanon told the United Nations General Assembly's annual general debate on Wednesday that Syria's displacement crisis has had repercussions on his country's "security, political, social, economic and environmental spheres".
New Report to Congress Warns Against Syria Pullout VOA 24 Sep 2019 -- A panel of former national security officials and other experts is calling for the White House and lawmakers to "halt the U.S. military withdrawal" from Syria or face potentially dire consequences.
Assad: US, allies lost hope in achieving goals in Syria Press TV 24 Sep 2019 -- Syrian President Bashar al-Assad says the United States and its Western allies have lost hope in achieving the goals they had once planned to achieve in the Arab country.
Syrians stage protest rally against US-backed SDF militants in Hasakah Press TV 24 Sep 2019 -- Dozens of people have staged a rally in Syria's northeastern province of Hasakah to protest the presence of the Kurdish-led militants from the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in the area, and the criminal and abusive practices of the terrorists against ordinary citizens.
New Syrian Constitutional Committee: Foreign Secretary statement UK FCO 23 Sep 2019 -- The UK welcomes the formation of the Committee, as part of the UN led political process for peace in Syria.
UN chief says constitutional committee created in Syria Press TV 23 Sep 2019 -- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has announced the creation of a constitutional committee on Syria that could pave the way for a political solution to the country's eight-year conflict.
'Syria respects political solution, but fight to continue' Press TV 23 Sep 2019 -- Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem has held a "positive and constructive" meeting with the United Nations special envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen, in Damascus.
Statement Welcoming UN Secretary General's Announcement of an Agreement Between the Government of Syria and the Syrian Negotiations Committee to Form a Constitutional Committee US Dept. of State 23 Sep 2019 -- The United States welcomes UN Secretary General Guterres' announcement that an agreement has been reached between the Government of Syria and the Syrian Negotiations Commission to form a Constitutional Committee facilitated by the United Nations in Geneva.
Erdogan Set to Meet Trump to Discuss Syrian Crisis VOA 23 Sep 2019 -- Rising tensions over Syria is expected to top the agenda of talks between U.S. President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Syrian Opposition to Meet UN Officials in New York VOA 23 Sep 2019 -- A delegation of Syria's opposition has arrived in New York to hold talks with United Nations and world leaders about the Syrian crisis, a Syrian opposition official said Sunday.
Most Europeans countries detached from reality in Syria: President Assad Press TV 22 Sep 2019 -- Syrian President Bashar al-Assad says the position of most European countries on what is happening in Syria has been detached from reality since the onset of foreign-backed militancy in the Arab country in 2011.
US dispatches 175 trucks of weapons to SDF militants in northern Syria: SANA Press TV 22 Sep 2019 -- Militants from the so-called Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have reportedly received 175 truckloads of weapons and munitions dispatched by the United States, irrespective of condemnation by Damascus of the "criminal and repressive" actions of the forces.
Trump again threatens to release imprisoned Daesh members at EU borders Press TV 22 Sep 2019 -- US President Donald Trump has once again threatened to set free European members of the Daesh Takfiri terrorist group captured in Syria and Iraq if their countries decline to take back the captives.
Turkey prepared to act on its southern border with Syria: Erdogan Press TV 21 Sep 2019 -- President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Turkey is fully prepared for a possible operation on the border with Syria to push back militants from the Kurdish People's Protection Units (YPG) in case the United States fails to create a so-called safe zone in the northeastern part of the Arab country this month.
Syrian army captures drone in Quneitra near Israeli-occupied Golan Heights Press TV 21 Sep 2019 -- Syrian government forces have captured and dismantled an unmanned aerial vehicle rigged with cluster bombs near the border with the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights.
Russia prevents Israeli airstrikes in Syrian capital: Russian media Press TV 21 Sep 2019 -- Russia has reportedly prevented another Israeli airstrike in Syria, helping the Syrian armed forces destroy a drone on its way to attack Damascus.
Syrian Army Intercepts Drone Carrying Cluster Bombs - Reports Sputnik 21 Sep 2019 -- According to the Syrian Arab News Agency, special services dismantled the drone, which they managed to detect and shoot down north of the city of Al Qunaitra.
Militants Block Humanitarian Corridor to Idlib's Abu al-Duhur Checkpoint- Syrian Army Sputnik 20 Sep 2019 -- Militants in the province of Idlib in northern Syria are blocking local residents from entering the territory controlled by the government through the recently re-opened Abu al-Duhur checkpoint, Syrian Army Brig. Gen. Nabil Abdullah, who is responsible for organising the humanitarian corridor, said on Friday.
Trump Renews Threat to Dump IS Fighters at Europe's Border VOA 20 Sep 2019 -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday renewed threats to dump captured Islamic State fighters on Europe's doorstep if countries there continue to refuse to take back all their foreign fighters.
Security Council: Two draft resolutions, zero consensus on ceasefire in Syria's Idlib UN News 19 Sep 2019 -- The UN Security Council on Thursday failed to reach consensus on either of two competing resolutions on a cessation of hostilities in Idlib, Syria: the last province in the war-torn nation that is still largely held by rebel forces.
Russia, China Block UN Humanitarian Resolution on Syria's Idlib VOA 19 Sep 2019 -- Russia and China joined forces Thursday to block adoption of a U.N. Security Council resolution aimed at establishing a cease-fire in northwestern Syria and gaining full access for humanitarian workers to the province of Idlib.
Damascus: Some UNSC permanent members politicize humanitarian situation in Syria Press TV 19 Sep 2019 -- Syria says some permanent member states of the United Nations Security Council continue to abuse the body's mechanisms to politicize the humanitarian situation in the Arab country.
Rival Syrian Cease-Fire Resolutions Defeated At UN, Dashing Idlib Peace Hopes RFE/RL 19 Sep 2019 -- Two rival resolutions for a cease-fire in Syria's Idlib Province were defeated in the United Nations Security Council, as member nations failed to end what one humanitarian official called an "alarming" situation in the war-ravaged region.
Russia, China Block UN Resolution on Ceasefire in Syria's Idlib Sputnik 19 Sep 2019 -- Russia and China have co-sponsored another resolution that stipulates the ceasefire regime should not apply to operations against terrorists from organisations designated by the UN Security Council.
US Military 'Impressed' by Cooperation with Turkey in Syria; Erdogan Issues Warning VOA 19 Sep 2019 -- Senior U.S. military officers claim "impressive" progress in cooperation with NATO ally Turkey in northeast Syria. But Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is warning of unilateral action against Washington's critical Syrian ally if Turkish security demands aren't met by the end of the month.
Defeat-ISIS Task Force Director Chris Maier Provides an On-the-Record, Off-Camera Press Briefing in the Pentagon Briefing Room DoD 18 Sep 2019 -- Defeat-ISIS Task Force Director Chris Maier
U.S., Turkey Cooperate in Defeat-ISIS Effort DoD News 18 Sep 2019 -- In late August, the U.S. and Turkish militaries agreed to a framework that outlines a security mechanism along the Turkey-Syria border to prevent a resurgence of the ISIS terrorist group and maintain a continued fight against it.
Concerns Mount Over Makeshift Prisons for Islamic State Fighters VOA 18 Sep 2019 -- Efforts to secure prisons holding thousands of captured Islamic State fighters appear to be on the verge of crumbling, a development that could help strengthen the terror group's efforts to re-emerge in Syria and Iraq.
Joint statement of Astana guarantor states on Syria ISNA 17 Sep 2019 -- The Presidents of Iran, Russia and Turkey, in a joint statement, reaffirmed their firm commitment to the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of Syria, rejecting every effort to create new realities in the Syrian field under the pretext of combatting terrorism, including illegitimate self-rule initiatives.
Turkey May Launch Operation in Safe Zone in Northeastern Syria Within 2 Weeks - Erdogan Sputnik 17 Sep 2019 -- Ankara is ready to start an operation against Kurdish militia in a safe zone in northeastern Syria within two weeks, if no specific measures are taken there jointly with the United States, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said.
Turkey continues to arm terrorist groups in Idlib, evades Sochi commitments: Syrian UN envoy Press TV 17 Sep 2019 -- Syria's Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Geneva, Hussam Eddin Ala, says Turkey has been providing various types of munitions to foreign-sponsored terrorist groups operating in the country's militant-held northwestern province of Idlib, and reneging on its commitments under the Sochi agreement.
Turkey, Russia, Iran Vow To Ease Tensions In Syria's Idlib RFE/RL 17 Sep 2019 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hosted the leaders of Russia and Iran in Ankara on September 16 for talks aimed at finding a lasting truce in the ruinous eight-year Syrian civil war.
Syrian Military Finds Large Militant Base in Cave Near Liberated Khan Sheikhoun Sputnik 17 Sep 2019 -- Syrian military has found a cave near the recently liberated city of Khan Sheikhoun in Idlib province that was used by militants as a large military base, Big. Gen. Abdel Kerim Meikhun told reporters.
Inquiry: Civilians in Syria Victims of Insufferable Abuse, Misery VOA 17 Sep 2019 -- An independent commission on Syria has accused all parties in the coutry's conflict of cold-bloodedly pursuing military objectives regardless of the cost in civilian lives and human suffering.
Update: air strikes against Daesh UK MOD 16 Sep 2019 -- The RAF are continuing to take the fight to Daesh in Syria.
Isolated Among Extremists: Conditions Deteriorate for Children of Islamic State VOA 16 Sep 2019 -- Small children usually flock to photographers as they snap pictures in refugee camps. They make silly faces, flash victory signs and jostle to be in the front of the shot.
President Rouhani calls for respect for Syrian sovereignty, territorial integrity IRNA 16 Sep 2019 -- Iran urged respect for the Syrian sovereignty and territorial integrity, saying Turkey and Russia stress the importance of this issue.
Ankara summit aiming at restoring peace, stability in Syria, gov't spox says IRNA 16 Sep 2019 -- Government Spokesman Ali Rabiei noted that President Rouhani's trip to Ankara was aimed at building peace and stability in Syria.
Nusra terrorists continue preventing civilians from leaving Idlib Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- The Jabhat al-Nusra terrorist group, formerly known as al-Nusra Front, has for the fourth consecutive day prevented citizens from leaving via the Abu al-Duhur corridor in the northwestern province of Idlib, Syria's state-run media outlet says.
Illegal US presence poses threat to Syria's territorial integrity, sovereignty: Rouhani Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani says illegal presence of the United States in Syria poses a major threat to territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Arab country, calling for rapid withdrawal of all US forces from Syria.
Iran-Turkey-Russia cooperation promotes Syria security: Rouhani Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says cooperation among Iran, Russia, and Turkey, as the three guarantor states of a ceasefire regime in Syria, has promoted security in the war-ravaged Arab country.
Presidents of Iran, Russia, Turkey meet in Ankara to discuss Syria Press TV 16 Sep 2019 -- The presidents of Iran, Russia and Turkey meet on Monday in the Turkish capital of Ankara to discuss a political resolution to Syria's eight-year conflict.
Turkey's Erdogan Hosts Putin, Rohani To Discuss Syrian War RFE/RL 16 Sep 2019 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is hosting his Russian and Iranian counterparts in Ankara on September 16 for their latest meeting on Syria.
Turkey, Russia, Iran Vow To Ease Tensions In Syria's Idlib, Prevent Further Humanitarian Disaster RFE/RL 16 Sep 2019 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hosted the leaders of Russia and Iran in Ankara on September 16 for talks aimed at finding a lasting truce in the ruinous eight-year Syrian civil war.
Russia, Turkey, Iran View Israeli Attacks on Syria as Destabilising Sputnik 16 Sep 2019 -- Russia, Turkey and Iran consider Israeli military attacks on Syria as destabilizing and leading to increased tensions in the region, according to a joint statement by the leaders of the three countries after the summit in Ankara on Monday.
Islamic State's Reclusive Leader Issues New Call for Action VOA 16 Sep 2019 -- Supporters of Islamic State are rejoicing at what appears to be a new message from the terror group's reclusive leader, in which he promises the war against the United States and its allies is far from over.
Militants Blocked Humanitarian Corridor From Idlib De-Escalation Zone - Russian Military Sputnik 16 Sep 2019 -- Militants blocked a humanitarian corridor from the Idlib de-escalation zone in Syria, Maj. Gen. Alexey Bakin, head of the Russian centre for Syrian reconciliation, said at a briefing on Sunday.
President Rouhani terms US' presence in Syria as illegal, interventionist IRNA 15 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Sunday evening described the US presence in Syria as illegal and interventionist, noting that the United States accuses of Yemeni combatants or people of other countries instead of admitting that its intervention in the region has been problematic.
Iranian President Rouhani in Turkey for talks on Syria, regional issues IRNA 15 Sep 2019 -- Iran's President Hassan Rouhani arrived in the Turkish capitalو Ankara on Sunday night in a bid to join his Turkish and Russian counterparts in discussions on Syria.
Car bomb blast in militant-held Syrian town kills 11 civilians Press TV 15 Sep 2019 -- A car bomb has struck the Al-Rai town near the Turkish border in northern Syria, killing at least 11 civilians in the militant-held region, an observatory group said.
SDF actions against Syrians match up with US vassal states' schemes: Damascus Press TV 15 Sep 2019 -- Syria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates has strongly condemned the "criminal and repressive" actions of US-sponsored and Kurdish-led militants from the so-called Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) against ordinary Syrians, stating that they are in line with schemes devised by Israeli officials and implemented by regimes subservient to Washington.
Syrian president issues new amnesty reducing punishment for crimes Press TV 15 Sep 2019 -- Syrian President Bashar Assad has issued a decree granting amnesty and commuting sentences for all crimes committed before Sept. 14 this year, a move which could see thousands of prisoners released across the conflict-torn Arab country.
Thousands of people return to hometowns in northwestern Syria Press TV 15 Sep 2019 -- Thousands of Syrians have returned to their hometowns in the country's northwest after government forces purged the areas of foreign-backed militants.
Ankara to host Russia-Iran-Turkey trilateral summit on Syria ISNA 14 Sep 2019 -- The presidents of Russia, Turkey and Iran will discuss the difficult situation in Syria's Idlib province when they meet in Ankara early next week for a summit, Yuri Ushakov, a senior Kremlin aide said.
Russia prevented Israeli airstrikes in Syria, Putin warned Netanyahu: Report Press TV 14 Sep 2019 -- Moscow has reportedly moved to prevent Israeli airstrikes in Syria, with Russian President Vladimir Putin warning Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against the strikes.
US to Send About 150 Troops to Northeastern Syria for Joint Patrols With Turkey – Reports Sputnik 13 Sep 2019 -- The US Department of Defence is going to send around 150 troops to northeastern Syria to carry out joint patrols with Turkey, US media has reported.
US preparing to send 150 troops to join border patrol in northeast Syria: Report Press TV 13 Sep 2019 -- The Pentagon is preparing to send about 150 troops to northeastern Syria to conduct ground patrols with Turkish military forces in a so-called safe zone, the New York Times reports.
Erdogan says upcoming Ankara meeting to focus on Idlib IRNA 13 Sep 2019 -- The trilateral meeting with Iran and Russia that will be held in Ankara next week will focus on the developments in Syria's Idlib, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Friday.
Iran president due in Ankara for trilateral summit on Syria Press TV 13 Sep 2019 -- Iranian President Hassan Rouhani will attend a trilateral meeting in Ankara with Vladimir Putin of Russia and Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey in order to discuss a political resolution to the Syria crisis.
War in Syria has come to end, long-lasting settlement of crisis needed: Russian FM Press TV 13 Sep 2019 -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says he believes the foreign-sponsored terrorism in Syria has come to an end, and that the need to promote the long-lasting settlement of crisis both in the war-ravaged Arab country and the entire Middle East region is highly required.
US Efforts on Safe Zone in Syria Fail to Meet Ankara's Expectations - Erdogan Sputnik 13 Sep 2019 -- US efforts on establishing the safe zone in northeastern Syria fall short of expectations of Ankara, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said.
The Fate of Syria's Idlib to Top Turkey, Russia, Iran Talks VOA 13 Sep 2019 -- The Turkish, Iranian and Russian presidents will meet in Ankara Monday to discuss Syria and the last rebel enclave in Idlib. Syrian regime forces are threatening to overrun Idlib, and Ankara is warning of a humanitarian disaster.
Turkey's President Wants Europe to Share Refugee Burden From Syria VOA 13 Sep 2019 -- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is warning Europe to share the refugee burden or face a new wave of migrants, as Turkey fears a new influx of Syrian refugees. Erdogan's threat coincides with a surge of migrants entering Greece from Turkey.
Turkey Deploys Military Equipment to Idlib to Reinforce Observation Posts - Reports Sputnik 12 Sep 2019 -- Turkey has deployed soldiers, military and construction equipment to the Idlib de-escalation zone to reinforce its observation posts in the area, the Anadolu news agency reported.
At Least 575 Tajik Women And Children Stranded In Syrian Refugee Camps RFE/RL 12 Sep 2019 -- A Tajik government source says Syrian refugee camps currently house at least 575 Tajik women and children whose families had joined the Islamic State (IS) militant group.
UN report on Syria conflict highlights inhumane detention of women and children UN News 11 Sep 2019 -- As the people of north-west Syria face intensifying violence, tens of thousands of women and children continue to be kept in "inhumane conditions" in a remote camp on the other side of the country, UN-appointed independent investigators said on Wednesday.
Syrian Currency Hovers Near Record Lows on Black Market VOA 11 Sep 2019 -- Sanctions and other economic pressures are making the lives of ordinary Syrians even more difficult, as the country's national currency falls to record lows against the U.S. dollar in black market trading this week.
UN Experts Call for Repatriation of IS-Linked Children and Mothers in Syria VOA 11 Sep 2019 -- U.N. investigators are calling on countries to repatriate thousands of children and mothers associated with Islamic State fighters interned in Syria's Al-Hol displacement camp. The U.N. Commission of Inquiry on Syria has released its latest report.
US stalling work on Syria 'safe zone', Turkey will act alone if needed: Cavusoglu Press TV 10 Sep 2019 -- Turkey's Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu says the United States is stalling attempts to create a so-called safe zone in the northeastern part of Syria, reaffirming that Ankara is ready to act on its own if necessary to push back militants from the Kurdish People's Protection Units (YPG).
Russian Defence Ministry Denies Reports Russian Combat Jets Delivered Strike on Idlib Sputnik 10 Sep 2019 -- The Russian Defence Ministry denied Reuters reports that Russian combat jets had delivered strikes on the Idlib de-escalation zone in Syria thus violating the truce.
Turkey Accuses US of Attempting to Stall Safe Zone Agreement in Syria Sputnik 10 Sep 2019 -- On Sunday, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said, as quoted by Reuters, that Ankara has disagreements with Washington "at every step" amid negotiations on the establishment of a safe zone in Syria.
Turkish-US Tensions Escalate Over Syria Deal VOA 10 Sep 2019 -- Diplomatic tensions are escalating between Turkey and the United States over Syria. Ankara is accusing Washington of duplicity in a deal struck between the two militaries to create a buffer zone in Syrian territory to address Turkish security and refugee concerns.
Israel claims drone attack near Syria's border with Iraq Press TV 09 Sep 2019 -- Israel has claimed a drone attack on Iraqi forces and members of the Lebanese resistance movement Hezbollah near Syria's border with Iraq.
Activists: Strikes Hit Iran-Backed Fighters In Eastern Syria, Killing 18 RFE/RL 09 Sep 2019 -- Air strikes have hit positions of Iran-backed forces and allied militias in eastern Syria, killing 18 fighters, according to a group monitoring the war.
IDF Says Rockets Were Fired From Syrian Territory Near Damascus, But Failed to Hit Israel Sputnik 09 Sep 2019 -- Israel has carried out scores of air attacks against Syria in recent years, saying that the strikes were aimed at countering alleged Iranian presence in the Arab country.
Erdogan says Turkey, US at odds over Syria safe zone Press TV 08 Sep 2019 -- Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan says Ankara and Washington do not see eye to eye regarding a planned "safe zone" in northern Syria, where an alliance of Kurdish and Arab militants opposed by Turkey enjoy the United States' support in their alleged fight against terrorism.
Joint US-Turkish patrols in flagrant violation of Syria's sovereignty: Damascus Press TV 08 Sep 2019 -- Syria has censured a recent decision by Turkish and US military forces to begin joint ground patrols in a so-called safe zone east of the Euphrates in northeastern Syria, arguing that the move constitutes a blatant violation of the international law and the Syrian sovereignty.
Turkey announces start of joint patrols with US military in Syria 'safe zone' Press TV 08 Sep 2019 -- The United States and Turkey have begun joint patrols as part of a plan to create a "safe zone" in the Arab country's northeast aimed at decreasing Ankara's tensions with Washington-backed Kurdish militants there.
Erdogan Reveals Turkey-US Disagreement at 'Every Step' on Syria Safe Zone Sputnik 08 Sep 2019 -- According to media reports, armed Turkish military vehicles crossed into northeast Syria on Sunday to begin planned joint US-Turkey patrols.
US sent 30,000 trucks of arms to Kurds in northern Syria: Erdogan Press TV 07 Sep 2019 -- Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has again lambasted the United States for its offering of unwavering support to Kurds in northern Syria, saying Washington has been overgenerous to the Kurdish militants in the region.
Syrian air defenses target three explosives-laden drones in Hama Press TV 07 Sep 2019 -- Syrian air defense systems have intercepted three drones launched by "terrorists" in the west-central province of Hama.
Syrian Air Defences Prevent Drone Attack on Military Sites - Reports Sputnik 07 Sep 2019 -- Earlier, the Russian Defence Ministry reported that two terrorist drones were destroyed near the Hmeymim Air Base in western Syria before they could cause any damage or casualties.
Defense Department Statement on Denmark's Deployment to Syria DoD 06 Sep 2019 -- "The United States welcomes the announcement by the Danish Government to make a military deployment to Syria in support of Operation Inherent Resolve and to continue to share the burden and responsibilities of this important mission."
Denmark to Make Military Deployment to Northeast Syria - Pentagon Sputnik 06 Sep 2019 -- The Danish military will deploy soldiers to northeast Syria to assist the US-led coalition in the fight against Daesh, Chief Pentagon Spokesman Jonathan Hoffman said in a statement on Friday.
Turkey Plans to Start Joint Land Patrol with US in Syria's Safe Zone on 8 September Sputnik 06 Sep 2019 -- Earlier this week, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reaffirmed his intention to establish a 'safe zone' in northeast Syria together with the United States by the end of September.
Erdogan: We may unleash refugee influx if EU, US don't provide more support Press TV 05 Sep 2019 -- Turkey's president says his country may be forced to stop preventing refugee flow into Europe if the European Union and the United States do not act to provide Ankara with more support towards retaining them.
Erdogan: Turkey Will Be 'Forced to Open Gates' for Syrian Refugees to Europe Unless Receives Global Support Sputnik 05 Sep 2019 -- Earlier this year, the Turkish president said that his country had spent $35 billion on hosting about 4 million Syrian refugees under a deal with the European Union, which he accused of failing to comply with the agreement.
Terrorists use Western-designed drones to attack Russian base in Syria: Deputy FM Press TV 05 Sep 2019 -- A Russian deputy foreign minister says expert estimates demonstrate that terrorists in Syria are employing Western-designed drones to launch attacks against Russian facilities in the Arab country.
Terrorists in Syria Use Western Designed Drones to Attack Russian Facilities - Moscow Sputnik 05 Sep 2019 -- Expert estimates indicate that terrorists in Syria are using western-designed drones to attack Russian facilities, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Oleg Syromolotov said on Thursday.
Crop yields are up in Syria, but higher prices still cause major strain: new UN report UN News 05 Sep 2019 -- A new UN report on Thursday shows that while improved security and rainfall across Syria's farming areas have boosted the country's harvests, higher prices mean that many citizens are still struggling to feed their families.
Syrian Opposition Suspects Turkey Helped US Strike Terrorist Facilities in Idlib Sputnik 04 Sep 2019 -- The recent US airstrike on Syria's Idlib province, the last stronghold of the terrorists and armed opposition in the country, was almost certainly performed with the help of Turkey, which provided coordinates for the strike, Mahmoud Afandi, the secretary of the Syrian opposition movement, Popular Diplomacy, stated.
Syria repels militant drone attack on Hmeimim airbase in Latakia Press TV 03 Sep 2019 -- Syrian air defense forces have reportedly managed to foil an attack by foreign-sponsored Takfiri militants against the country's strategic Hmeimim air base in Syria's western coastal province of Latakia.
US hindering efforts to set up post-war Syrian constitutional body: Zarif to UN envoy Press TV 03 Sep 2019 -- Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif says the United States is throwing a wrench in efforts to form a UN-backed constitutional committee in Syria, which would seek to pave the way for a political solution to the Arab country's eight-year conflict.
Despair, Extremism Fester Among Islamic State Wives VOA 03 Sep 2019 -- Five years ago, Sara left her home in Iraq with her husband to join what was then, for many, a hopeful idea: a new country of the faithful, the Islamic State.
Hospitals among seven health centres attacked in Syria's north-east UN News 02 Sep 2019 -- Seven health centres in Syria's north-west have been reportedly attacked in recent days and two of them have been destroyed, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Monday.
Iran, Syria to develop banking ties, set up joint bank: Report Press TV 02 Sep 2019 -- Iran and Syria have vowed to expedite efforts for establishing a joint bank that could help the two allied countries deepen their trade and economic relations.
Russia says US strikes in Syria's Idlib breached agreements Press TV 01 Sep 2019 -- The United States has carried out a number of airstrikes in Syria's northwestern province of Idlib, where Russia monitors de-escalation efforts, prompting a note of protest from Moscow.
Russian Military Says US Strike in Idlib, Syria Led to Multiple Casualties, Damage Sputnik 01 Sep 2019 -- Earlier, the Pentagon confirmed that the US-led coalition had conducted strikes against the leaders of an al-Qaeda*-linked militant group in Syria's Idlib province.
Russia: US Ignores Cease-Fire to Launch Strike on Idlib VOA 01 Sep 2019 -- Russia has accused the U.S. of endangering a cease-fire in the Syrian province of Idlib by conducting an airstrke there.

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